Job Vacancies at Excellence Community Education Welfare Scheme (ECEWS)

Job Description

The Associate Director – Pharmacy & Supply Chain Management will be a key member of the senior management team and will provide strategic direction for the implementation of various health interventions including pharmaceutical care and logistic pipeline management.

• H/She will oversee a pharmaceutical and logistic team of managers providing technical support in capacity building, pharmaceutical care service delivery for PLHIV on HAART and adjutant drugs at the HQ to supported facilities providing HIV/AIDS care and treatment services that are consistent with the national HIV/AIDS plan in Nigeria.
• Work with pharmaceutical and logistic team to analyze, report and provide direction on patient per regime.
• Support pharmaceutical care for differentiated care model, patient monitoring-ADR, Treatment failure management and regime sequencing.
• Design and coordinate the implementation of pharmacy best practices across all ECEWS supported sites.
• Ensure the development, dissemination and application of appropriate pharmaceutical services SOPs and training curriculum across supported sites.
• Assist the store’s department in implementing SOPs for the warehouse in line with Good Pharmaceutical Storage Practices.
• Monitor the efficient ordering and Last Mile Distribution (LMD) of commodities from the National Central Procurement & Distribution system and provide feedback as necessary.
• Assist in planning, monitoring, and tracking the timely and correct quantification, purchase requests, storage and distribution of pharmaceuticals and other commodities.
• Tracking, monitoring, and inventory analysis of all pharmacy stock employing the use of monitoring tools, spread sheets and databases.
• Monitor and review pharmaceutical care performance and identify associated potential problems and activities across states and proffer immediate and long-term solutions.
• Support the implementation of a pharmaceutical care for differentiated care model, patient monitoring-ADR, Treatment failure management and regime sequencing.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy and an advanced degree in Public Health or Social Science will be an added advantage.
• At least Ten (10) years post NYSC experience of running/implementing public health programs preferably in the NGO context.
• Knowledge and experience in the design, implementation, and management of pharmaceutical and logistic best practices in HIV/AIDS program or any other public health intervention program
• One to three (3-5) years of leadership experience (e.g. projects, teams, initiative) and influencing teams.
• Thorough understanding (based on experience) of Pharmacovigilance and Patient Safety in the HIV program.
• Registration with the relevant Pharmacy regulatory bodies in Nigeria.
• Must have knowledge of and experience with HIV care and treatment medication.
• Must have previous experience working in a multidisciplinary team in a clinical setting.
• Proven experience in pharmaceutical quality assurance.
• Thorough understanding and experience with computerized logistic management systems of HIV commodities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the demonstrable ability to develop written reports for decision making.
• Familiarity with standards and federal/state regulations affecting pharmaceutical and logistic practices.

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Job Description

• The successful person will ensure the implementation and monitoring of health systems strengthening activities.
• S/He will support t in site coordination, supervision, mentorship, and institutional capacity building.
• S/He will provide support in preparations for meetings, writing reports and concept notes; will liaise with clients and relevant stakeholders at the State and facility levels on health systems strengthening related activities.
• Ensure translation of the project-supported package of service delivery interventions into service- level standards or operating procedures consistent with national guidelines and policies
• Review, analysis and assessment of service delivery data and reports for compliance with set quality standards
• Provision of direct technical assistance and mentoring to quality teams and service delivery providers offering service interventions using evidence from analyzed service delivery data.
• Identification of quality areas in need of performance improvement and supporting the implementation of the models for change
• On-site visits to support data abstraction and analysis to selected supported facilities to provide ongoing technical assistance.
• Review of monthly/quarterly reports from supported health facilities and sites and providing immediate technical guidance and recommendations related to tracked indicators and outcomes.
• Mentoring facility and State CQI teams to build local capacity for CQI implementation and analysis and interpretation of results of implemented actions.
• Coordinate the facility CQI teams to abstract data after every improvement cycle to analyze the findings and recommend subsequent measures necessary to achieve set objectives.
• Coordinate the dissemination of results to the facility management and quality teams and facilitating the facility-wide adoption of CQI practices across key service delivery interventions.
• Recommend and support the skills and knowledge update training to service providers in conjunction with the outreach mentorship and supervision teams.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• Must possess a Degree in Public Health, Medicine, or related discipline.
• Must have a minimum of ten (10) years’ post-qualification experience in health systems strengthening, health financing, or human resource for health management.
• At least 8 years of clinical current hands-on experience of providing integrated HIV/AIDS services to diverse patients in a large program-linked facility or very busy clinical practice.
• Completed training in Quality Improvement models and participated in quality improvement projects for clinical interventions.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge of and experience using MS office packages including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook among others.
• High level of integrity and interpersonal skills
• Must possess high-level relationship management/ advocacy skills.
• Must possess good report writing, presentation, data analytics and interpretation skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines, be self-motivated and function optimally with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated creativity and innovativeness in adapting to challenging work environments.
• Possess high-level systems and process improvement skills, strategic thinker with the ability to apply root cause analysis in problem solving.
• Constructive and productive team player with good communication skills.
• Ready to travel frequently to undertake field visits, accompany field teams and possess the ability to communicate well in diverse cultural settings.

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Job Description

• Solely responsible for the achievement of all project objectives in the state
• Provide overall leadership and coordination concerning the implementation of the project at the State level.
• Facilitate a productive and safe work environment amongst the State project team optimal for achievement of project deliverables, with escalation to HQ if/when necessary.
• Work with the community, LGA and State level stakeholders as well as other relevant organizations to mobilize resources in support of the project in the State.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with the organization’s financial and programmatic policies.
• Foster a productive working relationship between the project team (including consortium members) and partner organizations including local professional associations while maintaining an excellent working relationship with counterparts at State and Local Government levels, USG implementing partners, and local institutions.
• Oversee quality of care interventions at project-supported health facilities, monitor and maintain technical quality of activities in all aspects of the project’s deliverables.
• The STL will remain current and knowledgeable about HIV care and treatment, health systems strengthening, service delivery and program planning - Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the political and ethical issues surrounding HIV infection.
• Demonstrate sound knowledge of recent PEPFAR/CDC Programs, ability to lead team with record of target achievement, understanding of recent HIV program deliverables on Case finding, treatment initiation, viral suppression, monitoring, and evaluation with emphasis on granular data utilization for program routine program decisions and management.
• Oversee management of project assets at the State office and facility level.
• Work with State team to ensure timely submission of reports as required by HQ and donor.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing across the project pathway and ensure transmission of relevant information to and from HQ and donors to team members.
• Ensure performance management for staff towards achieving optimal output deliverables through utilization of objective performance metrics.
• Supervise individual and site work planning and harmonize with the State strategic plan as it relates to HIV programming.
• Demonstrate management, supervision, networking, and leadership skills working with large, complex programs and ability to multi-task, communicate clearly and represent the organization at various platforms.
• Lead and manage by motivating employees to remain optimistic even when faced with challenges and encouraging good performance and values to work.
• Diplomatic; demonstrate experience in undertaking high-level policy dialogue with different stakeholders - Well-developed written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Strong team building and organizational skills – Demonstrate success in leadership and management of multicultural environments providing leadership skills and experience to foster productive and united team of staff and ad-hoc/health facility staff with diverse but complementary skill set to achieve project goals and objectives.
• Demonstrate knowledge of strategic planning, administrative, and financial management systems display ability to manage program operations (Admin, Logistics, Vendors, Finance, Fleet management) with high level of integrity, due diligence and in compliance with USAID and organizational rules, guidelines, and procedures.
• STL will exercise tact and diplomacy in an organizational setting, transparent, direct with substance, self-starter, self-disciplined, be innovative and creative. Ability to intervene with staff with diplomacy and firmness.
• The STL will perform all other duties relating to the project as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• Degree in Medicine is compulsory. Master’s in public health or a related field will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrated experience working with PEPFAR programs and strong familiarity with CDC reporting requirements.
• 10+ years’ experience in leadership, management, operational and technical expertise with a preference in HIV care and treatment program implementation
• Strong leadership and coordination experience for multidisciplinary team and partner organization
• Strong program management and technical skills required.
• Experience in HIV care and treatment and prevention programs
• Familiarity with Nigeria’s health systems and reporting structure and demonstrated ability to collaborate with government level officials to strengthen program implementation.
• Excellent writing and communications skills, including demonstrated technical writing skills for publication.

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Job Summary

• The incumbent will assist in ensuring the optimization and full functionality of all supported databases (LAMIS inclusive) across all ACE supported facilities while also supporting all Health Informatics related activities in the State. 
• S/He will provide assistance in the design and content development for electronic information systems (LAMIS, DHIS, GIS and any other package) used for M&E operations. 
• S/He will assist the software programming team in developing actual logic statements for the coding of M&E indicators and software business rules where necessary and checking that all software development is done according to already established standards and procedures.
• Assist the software programming team in developing actual logic statements for the coding of M&E indicators and software business rules where necessary and checking that all software development is done according to already established standards and procedures.
• Perform any duties as assigned.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, or other relevant field with 1-2 years’ experience in software development, DHIS 2 configuration. Deployment skills will be an added advantage.
• MB.BS/MPH/MSc or similar degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, General Statistics or Biostatistics, Health Informatics and/or Management or M&E with 1-year relevant experience in project-level or state/national-level monitoring and evaluation system implementation.
• Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.

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Job Summary

• To ensure that all client cards are duly completed by the attending health workers. 
• Ensure that all services delivered by the health facility are duly registered in the designated registers and that all registers are filled appropriately.
• To ensure that the monthly services statistics for the facilities are duly entered into the DHIS2 database and LAMIS platform.
• To ensure the accurate collection of data in the OSS and to work to improve the quality of data generated from the facility.
• Ensure that all data from the field is entered into the designated databases; Ensure that the data generated is used to support evidence-informed programming.
• To support the use of data to improve learning and programming.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• Minimum of HND (Medical Records) or bachelor's degree.
• 1 year experience Local or International NGOs; preferably in Care and treatment Experience with use, deployment and DHIS management will be an added advantage.
• Skills using MS Excel, MS Access, SPSS and/or SAS and Epi-Info highly desirable but not necessary as trainings will be provided.
• Strong data management and analysis skills
• Hands on experience in the use of computer (Word processing, Excel, and database programs).
• Knowledge of and experience in spreadsheet and database management work.
• Good communication skills including proficiency in both written and spoken English.

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Job Summary

• Provide psychosocial and continuous support as well as treatment preparation to clients in the health facility.
• Provide counselling services including risk reduction counseling, harm reduction counseling, post-GBV counseling, or contraceptive/family planning counseling as required.
• Identify and address challenges/barriers to adherence.
• Organize and facilitate support group sessions for HIV infected and affected clients including groups with special needs e.g. discordant couples, youth/adolescent, and children.
• Address aspects of behavior change in relation to HIV and ART
• Support clients to voluntarily disclose their HIV status.
• Facilitate the delivery of relevant information to clients enrolled in OSS
• Participate in home visits as appropriate to execute plan of care for clients.
• Ensure client records are well maintained and compile periodic reports as necessary.
• Ensure proper referral of clients where necessary including following up and reporting on the outcomes as necessary.
• Coordinates patient tracking activities supported by the community Case Managers including documentation and reporting of defaulter tracing activities.
• Receiving clients to the clinic
• Provide HTS services (pre-and post-test counselling, HIV testing)
• Follow-up with clients on referrals
• Distribute condoms, lubricant, needles/syringes, and other commodities.
• Maintaining client record.
• Depending on clinical training and skills, triage clinical cases, provide selected contraceptive/FP services, wound dressing, and other minor OSS care.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• HND, BSC, and BA from any tertiary institution.
• Literate in both English language and local dialect.
• Preferably expert on clients and/or social workers and retired health workers who have relevant knowledge and skills.
• Resident in the communities/LGA where the community outreach team is based is an added advantage.
• Basic Knowledge of HIV and AIDS epidemiology and complications.
• Proficient HIV Testing and Counseling Skills.
• Knowledge of National HIV Testing Algorithm.
• Team player with good interpersonal relationships and tolerance to socio-cultural differences.
• Efficient and effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task effectively and adhere to timelines.
• Ability to follow instructions provided in verbal or written format.

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Job Summary

• This person reports to the Senior Associate – OVC and will support in providing technical and programmatic support primarily in the areas of HIV prevention, Community based HIV Care & Support for Vulnerable households affected by AIDS.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• B.Sc. in a relevant Health Degree plus a minimum of 2 years technical experience with community-level HIV Prevention, Care & Support programs.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with government and Community Based organizations and communities as well as transfer knowledge to diverse audiences through workshops, training, and meetings using participatory methods and adult learning principles.
• Experience in supporting HIV Testing and Counselling programs in health facilities, mobile units, and community outreaches.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and make reasoned judgments in a timely fashion. Committing to a course of action without undue delay or prevarication
• Ability to work under pressure, efficiently handle multiple tasks, quickly find creative solutions to problems and challenges that arise and manage stress and time in a fast-paced work and fluid operating environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Sensitivity in working with multiple cultures and beliefs, and to gender equity.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.
• Ability to work as a part of a team.

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Job Summary

• The incumbent will provide technical support for multidisciplinary HIV/AIDS care and treatment, working with clinicians and health facility- based site teams to implement TB/HIV integration, and work in close collaboration with the Technical Officer – ART & TB/HIV
• The job holder will Initiate and enhance TB/HIV integration services at sites and maintain and enhance links between organization and Government of Nigeria officials, donors and partner organizations.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• Degree in Medicine, Public Health or a related field; or a master’s degree or equivalent in Public Health or related field.
• At least 4 years’ experience in providing HIV/TB care and treatment services and skilled in providing ongoing mentoring and hands on supervision to site clinicians.
• Excellent personal communication skills, in written and verbal English, with high impact influencing and persuasive skills and able to represent the organization to donors and partners.
• Good experience of using Ms. Word, Excel or applicable software related to position.
• Commitment to and understanding of the organization’s vision, values and principles including rights-based/gender approaches would be expected.
   

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Job Description

• The incumbent will manage information systems, conduct data analysis, and provide strategic insights to enhance programmatic effectiveness as well proficiency in the use of DHIS2.
• Configure DHIS2 to capture and report data across multiple health programs including HIV/AIDS, Hypertension, NCDs, etc. This involved setting up data elements, indicator definitions, datasets, dashboards, and reporting templates.
• Develop customized data entry forms and front-end interfaces for facility and community health workers to enter service delivery data which feeds into DHIS2 in real-time.
• Set up automated indicator notifications and SMS/email messaging using analytics to flag concerning data or trends for follow-up.
• Support training on DHIS2 for health workers and program managers, building their capacity to use the system for day-to-day monitoring and data-driven management.
• Serve as an ECEWS administrator responsible for user management, metadata configuration, applying upgrades and customizations for optimized DHIS2 usage.
• Lead the extraction and exchange of DHIS2 data with other systems like laboratory information systems and logistics management information systems for comprehensive insights.
• Support migrating and integrating DHIS2 as the national HMIS across all levels from central down to facility levels for harmonized health data capture and management.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• Must possess a university degree in any of the following or related fields: Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics or any other health related Sciences and a minimum of 8 years’ relevant experience supporting the implementation of M&E systems, and planning and executing program evaluation. An MPH degree will be an advantage.
• Must possess the ability to analyze and interpret both quantitative and qualitative data to inform programming.
• Must have knowledge of SPSS or STATA or knowledge of DHIS, MS-Access or other compatible database software will be of added advantage.
• Must have experience conducting monitoring visits, utilizing checklists and other tools, including the ability to develop M&E tools as needed.
• Experience supporting information systems like OpenMRS, DHIS2, Nigeria Medical Record System, ODK Collect, and DATIM.
• Experience working with MySQL Community Server, Apache Tomcat, war files and Java Web Applications.
• Experience working with XML and JSON data encoding formats.
• Experience in data collection, processing, and use.
• Experience with HIV/AIDS programs or related health service programs; experience working with HIV/AIDS prevention and/or impact mitigation programs in the West African context is desirable.
• Experience with the PEPFAR/ Global Funds SI system is highly desirable.
• The following certifications will be an added advantage if available: Java Certification (OCPJP, OCPWCD, etc.), Linux Certification, SQL or Database Certifications, and Health IT Certification.
• Demonstrated coaching and mentoring ability.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with people of different backgrounds.
• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation practices, methods, tools, and guidelines
• Data management and analysis skills
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills, verbal skills, and ability to communicate technical information clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical colleagues.
• Must have the ability to obtain, analyze, organize, and interpret data and present findings in both oral and written form.
• Report writing and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Access and Excel
• Good knowledge of programming
• Team player with the ability to work with minimal supervision.

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Job Description

• The Laboratory Intern liaises with the State Laboratory Team and designated Facility Laboratory Focal Persons/Quality Officers to provide technical support and implement high quality HIV and Recency Rapid Test Continuous Quality Improvement (RTCQI) program in all SPEED-supported community and facility testing sites.
• Assist in the preparation/production, distribution of EQA-PT & QC panels as well as implementation and monitoring of Corrective Actions for participating sites at regular intervals.
• S/he will be responsible at the state level for laboratory logistics and Rapid Testing Continuous Quality Improvement (RTCQI) activities.
• The job holder will be responsible for the daily HIV testing worksheet reviews and bi-weekly reporting on the computed concurrence rate between tests (T1&T2). S/he will also monitor the retesting for verification documentation for the state.
• S/he will support the state Laboratory Team to conduct competency assessment for all newly engaged Testers at sites.
• The job holder will be responsible for monitoring the implementation of facility QIPs generated from testing facilities’ assessments to ensure closure of all identified non-conformances.
• S/he will support the implementation of Laboratory Continuous Quality Improvement programs (QMS and TB CLICQI), and the deployment and institution of appropriate corrective and preventive actions respectively.
• Liaise with RTCQI Specialist for reports on performance of PT, site supervisions, site audits, staff competency evaluation and key milestones.
• Provide support to strengthen the coordination of all aspects of the RTCQI project and write reports and prepare presentations describing progress and achievements with regards to RTCQI.
• She/he will support the state team to monitor the system for optimal functionality and linkage of the Laboratory Information System and consumables’ tracking.
• S/he will support the state team to review and monitor QA and QC activities of the Laboratory to determine conformance with established policies, national regulations, or accreditation requirements.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• B.Sc. in Laboratory sciences or related field.
• 1 - 3 years post NYSC experience in provision of laboratory support for HIV / AIDS/TB.
• Experience with HIV RTCQI implementation in a donor funded HIV project will be an advantage.
• Certification of License to practice as a Medical Laboratory Scientist.
• Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health system such as Teaching Hospitals and NGOs.

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Job Description

• The KP/HTS Intern liaises with the State KP/HTS Team and designated OSS and facility Linkage and Retention Coordinators to support case finding and linkage of KPs and priority population in all SPEED-supported community and facility testing sites.
• The incumbent will support the implementation of community-based HIV service delivery and the supportive supervision of the OSS & CBO’s for KPs (FSW, MSM, TWG, and PWIDs).
• The incumbent will support in the implementation of prevention, risk reduction and adherence treatment services for Key Population, assist in managing persons responsible for identifying and working with Key Population groups to carry out outreaches and work closely with the KP/HTS state technical team to ensure access to HTS.
• The intern will ensure behavioural maintenance activities are implemented among the KP groups with responsibility for appropriate implementation of program activities in HIV prevention for key and vulnerable populations.
• Liaise with all testing points within the facility to ensure all clients testing positive newly are linked to treatment - 100% linkage.
• Distribute HIV self-testing kits through assisted and unassisted channels and ensure reactive clients are tested at ECEWS supported facilities using the national testing algorithm.
• Refers clients yet to be linked to lay counselors and/or community health workers for follow-up tracing.
• Ensures tracking processes and outcome is recorded in the contact tracking and termination form and register.
• Ensure complete documentation of HTS and IT source documents, share daily/Weekly/Monthly report with the ECEWS backstops and on other platforms provided for routine reporting.
• Support the documentation of innovations, success stories, milestones, best practices, and lessons learnt in implementation of interventions.
• The incumbent will establish and strengthen mechanisms for routine tracking and assessment of project outcomes at all supported entities in the state.
• S/he will support the KP/HTS Team/OSS clinicians in the management of daily operations of the One Stop Shop.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• HND or bachelor’s degree in social sciences, and Health Sciences required.
• At least 2 years’ working in OSS/ or CBOs in HIV interventions for key and vulnerable populations.
• Experience building capacity at individual and organizational levels.
• Skilled in at least two or more of the following technical areas: strengthening service delivery programs, performance and quality improvement, psychosocial support, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Experience working with CSO/CBOs and comfortable working with Key Populations.
• History of loyalty and trust with proven integrity
• Undergone HIV/AIDS related Trainings: e.g. Peer Education, HTS Quality Management or
• Behavior Change Communication.
• Strong interpersonal skills: ability to build partnerships and consensus, within teams and with other stakeholders.
• Ability to be self-directed and self-motivated and a team player.
• Proficiency level computer skills - spreadsheet, internet, word processing, and email software.

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Job Description

• The incumbent will be responsible for providing technical support in the development, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of activities, strategies, and policies around HIV prevention with particular focus on integrating PMTCT into maternal and child health.
• The jobholder will provide medical and technical expertise and training for HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment efforts including antiretroviral prophylaxis implementation in PMTCT.
• This will include scale up of the provision of combination ARV regimens and antiretroviral treatment (as appropriate) as prophylaxis.
• The role will include strengthening linkages and integration between sexual and reproductive health (SRH), Maternal Newborn and Child Health (MNCH) services and HIV/AIDS programs.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• Advanced degree in Nursing/Midwifery, Medicine, or Public Health.
• At least 6 years’ clinical experience in HIV/AIDS care and antiretroviral treatment Experience in providing PMTCT services.
• Robust clinical experience in HIV/AIDS care and antiretroviral treatment; knowledge of clinical issues and current literature in HIV/AIDS and PMTCT.
• Excellent personal communication skills, in written and verbal English, with high impact influencing and persuasive skills and able to represent the organization to donors and partners.
• Good experience of using Ms. Word, Excel or applicable software related to position.